Patent Attorney

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Job Title: Patent Attorney

Job Overview:
A Washington, D.C.-based law firm with a prominent intellectual property practice is seeking a seasoned Patent Attorney to support its expanding docket in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and medical device technologies. The role offers an opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team handling a diverse array of patent matters, from application drafting to strategic portfolio development, within a dynamic and cross-functional legal environment. This position is being recruited on behalf of the firm by a specialized legal recruitment agency.

Duties:

• Draft and file U.S. patent applications in the life sciences domain

• Conduct patentability analyses for innovations in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and medical technologies

• Prosecute U.S. patent applications and oversee coordination with foreign associates for international filings

• Participate in intellectual property due diligence and freedom-to-operate assessments

• Manage and advise on the strategic development and maintenance of global patent portfolios

• Perform legal and technical research to support IP protection strategies

• Collaborate with internal legal teams, external clients, and business stakeholders on patent-related initiatives

• Act as liaison between internal departments and outside counsel regarding IP issues

Requirements:

• At least 4 years of substantive experience in patent prosecution

• Prior work in a law firm or in-house legal environment with a focus on life sciences technologies

• Proficiency in U.S. patent law and familiarity with international IP frameworks

• Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific concepts into strategic patent applications

• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to contribute to collaborative teams

Education:

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in a life sciences discipline

Certifications:

• Admission to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), or eligibility to sit for the Patent Bar

• Active membership in a State Bar in good standing

Skills:

• Deep understanding of biotech and pharmaceutical innovations

• Familiarity with scientific literature and emerging industry trends

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and analytical abilities

• Experience in mechanical or electrical patent prosecution is considered a plus

Job Location: Washington, DC

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306